Lerwick Weather in April

Lerwick in April sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Lerwick in April

Typically, about 19 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Lerwick in April

Temperatures in Lerwick in April top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Lerwick in April

With about 130 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Lerwick. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Lerwick Temperature in April

Min Temperature 6°C (43°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 130 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Shetland, Scotland (27 KM, 17 Miles).

What to Wear in Lerwick in April

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Lerwick in April. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Lerwick in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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• March
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